Catalina 250 vs 2016 Dehler 30 OD — Comparison
Catalina 250
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 250 | 2016 Dehler 30 OD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Dehler |
| Year | 1994–2004 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.78 m (22.2 ft) | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Ballast | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 24.5 m² (264 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 30 L (7.9 gal) | 35 L (9.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 42 L (11.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 250 and 2016 Dehler 30 OD represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 250 is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The Catalina 250 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Catalina 250 measures 7.62m (25.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.59m, compared to the 2016 Dehler 30 OD at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is 1.83m longer than the Catalina 250. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD displaces approximately 133% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 250 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.30 and 24.5 m² of sail area. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD, with an SA/D of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 250 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.89). The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Catalina 250 and 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 250 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 42L of water capacity and 30L of fuel. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 35L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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